The Quantitative Analyst supports portfolio managers by conducting quantitative analysis, model development, and enhancing risk reporting across investment strategies.
Job Summary & ResponsibilitiesPreferred Qualifications
The Quantitative Analyst will support portfolio managers and traders by delivering high-impact quantitative analysis, risk reporting, and model development across Constellation's investment platform. In this fast-paced, collaborative role, you'll contribute to strategies spanning Asset-Backed Finance, High Yield, Investment Grade Credit, and Derivatives. You'll also partner closely with teams across the organization including Pricing, Investment Operations, Risk, Valuation, Accounting, and IT, to help drive informed investment decisions and strengthen portfolio performance.
Your role and impact
Here's a glimpse of your responsibilities and the meaningful impact you'll create as the Quantitative Analyst:
- Build quantitative tools and analytical models that support portfolio management, risk reporting, hedge strategy development, and derivatives collateral management.
- Contribute to quantitative research and project work that advances the Investment Team's strategic goals and analytics capabilities.
- Create ad-hoc reports and data extracts using SQL and other analytical tools to inform trading decisions and strengthen risk oversight.
- Enhance code efficiency and deliver innovative technical solutions that support new products, changing market conditions, and evolving business needs.
- Design, maintain, and expand system infrastructure to support future model development and ensure scalable, reliable analytics as the company grows.
- Partner with IT, Financial Operations, and other internal teams to enhance portfolio risk reporting metrics and improve enterprise-wide investment insights.
What's in it for you
- Competitive pay: Fair compensation for your hard work.
- Healthcare coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision from day one.
- Life insurance: Company-paid coverage for you and your loved ones.
- 401(k) plan: Matching contributions to help secure your financial future.
- Family support: Paid parental leave and reimbursement for adoption and surrogacy expenses.
- Work-life balance: Flexible time-off policy to recharge and pursue passions.
- Dress for your day: Express your style comfortably at work.
- Inclusion and Culture: A respectful environment that values unique contributions.
- Well-being focus: Programs to support a healthy balance between work and home life.
- Community connections: Build strong relationships through virtual and in-person interactions, with resources for your growth.
What sets you up for success
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree in Mathematical Finance, Data Science, or a similar discipline is preferred.
- 0--2 years of experience supporting an investment team or developing analytical or technical infrastructure in a financial environment.
- Strong programming fundamentals with experience in languages such as Python, C++, and VBA.
- Hands-on experience with relational database systems (e.g., SQL Server, MS Access) and comfort working with large datasets.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and investment-focused teams.
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